There is a common acronym in healthcare called LASA, which stands for “look-alike-sound-alike” and refers to medications. Healthcare workers may recognize the acronym LASA, which stands for “look-alike-sound-alike” and is usually used to refer to medications. Both Medicare and Medicaid were started in 1965 under Lyndon B. Johnson’s administration in
It is common for aging Americans to entrust family members or friends with the management of their finances, health, and other affairs during retirement and beyond. They often believe that their family members will be able to take care of any issues that arise. While consulting with loved ones about
The American Association for Retired Persons (AARP) estimates that 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every single day. The deluge of aging Americans and the increase in longevity in the already 65 plus population are the main reasons why the Social Security and Medicare programs are expected to have financial insolvency
There is a report published by the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org) entitled Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. The findings give pause when contemplating the future of many Americans who will be living with crippling dementia. Health care and long-term care costs for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) are
AARP reports that the demographic of ages 85 plus will triple between 2015 and 2050. This means we all face many challenges ahead, as they are likely to need expensive and extensive long term care. Elected leaders must rethink institutional care and its affordability and make improvements while creating innovative
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